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Overview
Exploring Cancer Medicines at University of Leeds through FutureLearn will introduce you to the topic of cancer chemotherapy, and how the development of effective medications for the treatment of cancer remains a significant challenge to scientists.
Key facts:
- You will research the use and development of cancer medicines, focusing on chemotherapy.
- In addition, through an exploration of how science is communicated to the general public, you will also look at the skills you need to become an effective science writer.
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...- Reflect on what cancer chemotherapy is and how it was developed.
- Identify resources which can be used to find out more about the developments in cancer medicines.
- Compare examples of science writing, and identify angles and target audiences.
- Investigate current developments in cancer medicines and discuss potential future approaches to treatment.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- The development of cancer medicines
- The future of cancer medicines
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 14 days
- 2 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Public Health Health Sciences View 286 other Short Courses in Health Sciences in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This course is part of the Going to University collection which has been specifically designed for students at schools and colleges.
- They provide a taster of undergraduate study at the University of Leeds and help students to decide which subject to study at university.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents49 EUR / full≈ 49 EUR / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents49 EUR / full≈ 49 EUR / full
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